What is Air Conditioning Technology
People can't be productive unless they are comfortable, and that s where Air Conditioning Technology comes in. Our program gets you ready for a great career installing and servicing heating and cooling systems. Learn how to repair, install and maintain heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment. Whether you are after a certificate, diploma or degree, find your comfort level at Southeast!
What are my career choices?
Job opportunities are limitless. Almost all types of business and industry have heating and cooling systems. You can go to work for a general contractor or own your own business. Our students also go on to find work with large commercial heating and air conditioning contractors, residential mechanical contractors, parts and equipment distributors, large commercial and industrial facility maintenance departments, hospital facilities maintenance departments, custom design or new construction markets.
What classes do I have to take?
Some of the courses you will take include Basic Refrigeration, Commercial Refrigeration, Cooling and Dehumidification, Heating and Humidification, HVAC Electricity and Electrical Components.
What are my degree, diploma, or certificate options?
Degrees and Transfer
- Air Conditioning Technology: 60-66 credit hours
Diploma
Certificates
How do I start?
Provide Southeast with your ACT scores
Complete an Application for Admission Start Here
Send high school/GED transcripts to Southeast
Meet with Air Conditioning faculty
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
This information should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. You should always choose classes in cooperation with your faculty advisor to ensure that you meet all degree requirements.